Digital Transformation and AI Ethics Officer

European Union (EU) Commission - DG CONNECT

The Digital Transformation and AI Ethics Officer will oversee ethical guidelines for AI deployment in EU-funded projects, develop training modules on AI ethics, and ensure compliance with EU regulations. Responsibilities include auditing AI systems, advising on ethical frameworks, and collaborating with tech partners. Qualifications: Master’s in AI ethics, digital transformation, or related field; 5+ years in AI policy or ethics; knowledge of GDPR and EU AI Act.

### Strategic Analysis This role marks a pivotal shift in humanitarian digitalization: embedding ethics into AI deployment at scale. As the EU leads global AI regulation, this officer ensures that technology serves, not undermines, human dignity. The position bridges policy and practice—auditing systems for bias, training stakeholders, and shaping standards that will influence humanitarian AI use worldwide. In a landscape where AI can optimize aid delivery or perpetuate inequalities, this role is critical for maintaining trust and accountability. The officer's work directly impacts how EU-funded projects balance innovation with rights protection, setting a precedent for ethical AI in crisis response.